Gabrielle Union (1972 - ), Dwyane Wade (1982 - ), and Zaya Wade (2007 - )

Actor Gabrielle Union (she/her) and Athlete Dwyane Wade (he/him) have become two of the most trusted couples supporting LGBTQIA+ youth and their families. Union is an award‑winning actor, bestselling author, and longtime activist whose work has shaped national conversations about race, gender, and survivorship. Wade is a three‑time NBA Champion, a Basketball Hall of Famer, and a respected public figure known for his leadership on and off the court. As parents, they chose openness and love when their daughter Zaya (they/them), a Black transgender young woman, shared who she is. Their steady public support has shown countless families what acceptance can look like. Wade and Zaya have launched Translatable.com to help parents and children to learn together. Zaya is now building a modeling career while speaking out for LGBTQIA+ youth. Through the Wade Family Foundation, the family supports underserved youth, racial justice, and LGBTQIA+ equality — extending their commitment far beyond their own home.